This week at Skills Launchpad Plymouth - w/c 14 April
- nualaedgar
- Apr 14
- 3 min read
Here at Skills Launchpad Plymouth, there is plenty happening to support you in making changes and learning new skills! To save you scrolling through too many posts, here's a breakdown of what's on and when.
Monday (open to anyone 16+)
Sector Drop-in Sessions, 10am to 2pm: Mondays are our dedicated day for anyone interested in health and social care, childcare, or the hospitality, retail and tourism sectors. This is a great chance to come and find out about current vacancies in our city, aswell as skills and training in the sector of your choice. You will be able to chat to our experienced co-ordinators about your cv, interview preparation and more!
Tuesday (open to anyone 16+)
Sector Drop-in Sessions, 10am to 2pm: Tuesdays are focussed on those interested in the construction and built environment. Pop in and chat to our co-ordinators Morven and Gareth about how to obtain skills and qualifications to work in construction, aswell as discovering live vacancies in our city. They also have lots of knowledge about current apprenticeships!
If you are ex military and looking to gain new skills or secure work, we will be able to offer help with training and courses that may be of interest, careers you might not have thought of, and practical ways to make those changes! This week, we will be joined by representatives from DWP Armed Forces Champions. They will be on hand to discuss many topics, including the support available to veterans and their families, and supporting you into work.
Aged 19+? The National Careers Service offer pre-booked appointments for help with developing CVs, cover letters, and general careers advice.
Wednesday (Youth Hub delivery for 16 to 24-year-olds)
Building Plymouth Drop-in Session, 10am to 2pm with our coordinator Morven. This is the perfect chance to pop in for a chat and learn all about opportunities within construction and the built environment. From skills and training, to cv's and interview techniques, we've got you covered!
1:1 Youth Hub appointments, 10am to 2pm with our Coordinator Rhianne. She will be on hand to chat to you about skills, training, education and jobs. Rhianne is also a fountain of knowledge on apprenticeships and supported internships!
Our Youth Hub Work Coaches from the Jobcentre will be meeting people for pre-booked appointments
Hollie from the Kings Trust will be available to discuss upcoming opportunities
Thursday ( Youth Hub delivery for 16 to 24-year-olds)
Find Your Future, 12pm to 2pm Our Youth Hub Coordinator Rhi has cleared her diary between 12-2pm to support any care experienced young people in need of a chat and some direction. There’s no pressure to sign up to anything. It’s just a chat, and you can bring a friend or your PA. Pop in and give it a try.
Don't Miss:
Arts University Plymouth - On-line Drop-in event - Every Monday, 3pm - 4pm
If you are looking to study a creative degree, this drop-in event is perfect for you. The admission team will be on hand to offer advice on the application process, along with members of the finance team, and knowledgeable staff to advise on how to submit your portfolio.
To register, click here
University of Plymouth – Online talks
Trying to find the right course for you and learn about student life can sometimes be tricky. The University of Plymouth’s outreach team has several electronic resources and online talks that you can dip into at a time to suit you. The talks cover a wide range of topics giving an insight into Higher Education, including finance, student budgeting and choosing a course.
To find out more, click here
We look forward to seeing you this week on the first floor of Barclays Plymouth.
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